CVE-2014-0522

Adobe Reader and Acrobat 10.x before 10.1.10 and 11.x before 11.0.07 on Windows and OS X allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service…

published May 14, 2014

CVSS
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EPSS
4%
Percentile
89.4
In the wild
Unconfirmed
What it is

⚠️ A hidden memory corruption issue in Adobe Reader and Acrobat could let attackers execute arbitrary code! This vulnerability affects versions before 10.1.10 and 11.0.07. 🔥 Think of it like leaving a window unlatched in your house; someone could slip in without you noticing and wreak havoc on your belongings! In this case, the attackers can manipulate how the application handles memory, creating potential chaos. If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to quite a mess—attackers might gain control over the system or cause it to crash! This could mean unauthorized access to sensitive documents or denial of service, making your PDF reader as useful as a broken pencil. Yikes!

Put simply

Think of it like leaving a window unlatched in your house; someone could slip in without you noticing and wreak havoc on your belongings! In this case, the attackers can manipulate how the application handles memory, creating potential chaos. This vulnerability allows for arbitrary code execution or memory corruption due to unspecified vectors in Adobe Reader and Acrobat, making the applications susceptible to manipulation during their operation.

What to do

If exploited, this vulnerability could lead to quite a mess—attackers might gain control over the system or cause it to crash! This could mean unauthorized access to sensitive documents or denial of service, making your PDF reader as useful as a broken pencil. Yikes! To protect yourself, update Adobe Reader and Acrobat to versions 10.1.10 or later, and 11.0.07 or later. Regularly check for and apply updates to ensure you have the latest security patches. Don't forget to enable automatic updates for future protection! You've got this! By staying vigilant and updating your software, you help keep your digital world safe. 🛡️

The record
Technical detail
CVSS
Not scored
CVSS v4.0
Not supplied
EPSS
0.03601 · 89.4th percentile
Published
2014-05-14T10:00Z
EPSS history
Timeline
  • 14 MAY 10:00Z
    Adobe Reader and Acrobat 10.x before 10.1.10 and 11.x before 11.0.07 on Windows and OS X allow attackers to execute arbitrary code or cause a denial of service…
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